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Licensing Hours Extensions Bill falls after dissolution of Government
The Licensing Hours Extensions Bill was not included in the Government's wash-up process following the dissolution of Government.
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Animal Inspectors: Horse Riding establishments update
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has published a new format for the schedule of horses kept in an establishment used for the Hiring of Horses.
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Changes to the Animal Activity Licensing Statutory Guidance
The changes highlight that the Kennel Club’s UKAS accreditation expired on 30 May 2024 and explain the implications of this.
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Taxi driver sees licence revoked for speeding offences
A taxi driver has had his licence revoked and ordered to pay Bolsover District Council £1,000 in court costs.
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Somerset animal attraction licence revoked
An animal attraction near Minehead has had its licence to exhibit animals revoked by Somerset Council.
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Almost 40 people refused private hire licences in Glasgow under overprovision policy
Glasgow’s licensing committee turned down 38 applications due its overprovision policy, which means only 3,450 cars can operate at one time.
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Scottish Visitor Levy Bill passed
MSPs have backed legislation giving councils a new power to introduce a visitor levy that would raise funding for local visitor facilities and services.
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Taxi Driver fined following a successful prosecution by Reading Council
South Oxfordshire District Council licensed taxi driver pleaded guilty at Reading Magistrates' Court in April.
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JoL 38 (March 2024)
The latest issue of the Journal of Licensing is available online and IoL members should have received their copies in the post.
JoL 39 (July 2024) will be published in July
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LINK 20 (Winter 2024)
The latest issue of the LINK magazine is available to download and IoL members should have received their copies in the post shortly.
LINK 21 (Spring 2024) will be published in May
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We are delighted to bring you the latest editions of the Journal of Licensing and the LINK Magazine. Both publications have been distributed to IoL members and are available online using the links provided below). | |
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VAT Treatment of Private Hire Vehicles Consultation
The government has published a consultation on the potential tax impacts of the Uber Britannia Limited v Sefton Borough Council High Court judgment that was handed down on 28 July 2023, and the Uber London Limited v Transport for London High Court judgment that was handed down on 6 December 2021, on the private hire vehicle (PHV) sector and its passengers.
The consultation will run for 16 weeks starting on 18 April 2024 and ending on 8 August 2024.
IoL Response
This consultation looks at the potential for a single tier system as a means by which the VAT issue could be avoided. In other words allowing drivers to contract directly with passengers, and removing the role of private hire operators.
The IoL will be surveying members to get views in relation to this fundamental question. In addition, we will work with our Taxi Consultation Panel members to formulate an IoL response in view of the member survey results.
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IoL Register of data sharing issues (taxi and private hire licensing)
For some time now, we have been aware of issues arising where licensing authorities have not been given prompt and/or relevant information about hackney carriage and private hire licence applicants and holders meaning individuals retain or gain licences which may otherwise have been refused or revoked if the licensing authority had been aware of the information at the appropriate time.
In order to get a better idea of the scale of the issues, the IoL are asking licensing authorities to log instances using our online survey tool:
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Consultations
The IoL will normally consult members via online survey or email to gather views on consultations.
We will include details of consultations on our licensing flashes.
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IoL Consultation Responses
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What's on?
We are delighted to offer the following conferences and training courses some of which will be delivered remotely via video conferencing / webinar, with others being held face-to-face.
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Summer Training Conference
12th June 2024
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
We can't wait to see everyone at our annual Summer Training Conference which will be held in London this year, at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms.
Join us for a fantastic line up of speakers including:
- Amy Lame, London Night Czar
- Paul Broadhurst, Greater London Authority
- Sylvia Oates, Six Till Six
- Carly Heath, Bristol City Council
- James Button, James Button & Co
- Olivia Nuttall & Heather Slack, Home Office
- Gary Grant, Francis Taylor Building
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Gambling Conference
16th July 2024
Hippodrome Casino - London
We are delighted to be returning to the The Hippodrome Casino, Leicester Square for our Gambling Conference in July.
Our Practical Gambling Conference will bring you an excellent line-up of expert speakers talking about practical elements of the gambling licensing regime.
We are planning a series of sessions covering various areas of Gambling and hope to include a tour of the casino floor.
Confirmed Speakers:
- Sarah Fox, DCMS
- Gerald Gouriet KC, Francis Taylor Buildings
- Phil Bates, Southampton City Council
- Amanda Kiernan, Merkur Casino
- Charlotte Meller, Gambling Business Group
- Clark Dunstan, William Hill
- Nick Arron, Poppleston Allen
- Elizabeth Speed, Novamatic
- Ian Graham, NPCC
- Rob Burkitt, Gambling Commission
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BTEC Level 3 Certificate for Animal Inspectors (SRF) GROUP 17 (194751)
21 May, 4, 17 25 June &
4 & 11 July 2024
This course is the Institute of Licensing's BTEC Level 3 Certificate for Animal Inspectors (SRF). The qualification is accredited by an OFQUAL provider and meets DEFRA requirements outlined in the Regulations. The course provides learners with all the knowledge and skills they require to be able to competently carry out their duties under The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018.
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Idox Cloud
Case Management software for licensing that simplifies, streamlines and supports your processes so you can focus on what really matters.
Councils face considerable challenges when it comes to innovating and improving front-line services. With ever-decreasing budgets, skills shortages, and the overwhelming pressure to do more with less, your investment in the right technology stack becomes more critical.
Idox Cloud can help you create a modern and flexible mobile workforce:
- Designed around the way you work delivering everything you need to manage your end-to-end licensing processes.
- Natively mobile and device agnostic, it empowers you to work anywhere, at any time.
- 24/7 digital services deliver a seamless experience for your local citizens and business owners.
Visit our website to learn more.
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Professional Contracts. Quick & Simple.
MyProContract is a one-stop shop providing legally drafted contracts, agreements and policies.
It boasts over 100 off-the-shelf templates for easy use by the taxi and private hire trade across the United Kingdom. Whether a company, union or individual, MyProContract can offer simple solutions to your needs. Our growing catalogue includes passenger terms, driver contracts, vehicle hire agreements, privacy notices and many more.
Each template has been expertly drafted by the leading taxi licensing law consultants, and contract law specialists, at Travis Morley Law. Relying on 20 years professional experience, its experts possess a strong track record and established reputation.
A 5% discount is available to Institute of Licensing members.
www.myprocontract.co.uk
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Francis Taylor Building is recognised by the independent legal directories as the leading set of barristers in the field of licensing. We advise and represent clients throughout the public and private sectors including local authorities, police forces, resident groups as well as the leading commercial operators and small businesses. Our objective is to provide an outstanding, modern, accessible and cost-effective service to all our clients whoever they may be.
FTB members will offer Institute of Licensing members a 10% reduction on their normal fees*.
(*This offer is limited to one instruction of chambers per instructing individual, firm or organisation. Fees must be agreed with Chambers' Clerks at the time of instructing).
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Paterson's Licensing Acts 2024
Paterson's Licensing Acts 2024: Paterson's is the definitive reference work on licensing law in England and Wales, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date source for practitioners. In one volume, it gives a detailed and clear analysis of new and forthcoming changes in licensing law and incorporates all relevant legislation, regulations, orders, standard forms and precedents.
The accompanying CD-ROM is an easy-to-search version of the book, which also features historical materials no longer included in the print copy.
Order your copy with an exclusive 15% discount for Institute of Licensing members (IoL).
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Cornerstone Barristers is a leading licensing set recognised by the legal directories. We are experts in all aspects of licensing law and advocacy, including alcohol, gambling, entertainment, sex and taxi law. We are friendly, approachable and provide outstanding client service.
Our members will offer a 10% discount to Institute of Licensing members. Please quote the code IoL2024 when you call our clerks to instruct one of our members.
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McGowan on Alcohol Licensing Law in Scotland
2nd Edition
The indispensable practitioner’s guide to the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 and alcohol licensing law in Scotland
IoL Member discount: Save 30%
Visit https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book/9781474473910 and use the discount code: IOL30
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Institute of Licensing - work with us!
Are you interested in working with us? If so, drop us a line (email jobs@instituteoflicensing.org) with a copy of your CV and any other information which is relevant to your work or expertise. We will keep your information on file in case of future vacancies and may also be able to refer other opportunities to you.
The IoL offers a free vacancy advertising service to members. To advertise your vacancy, please email your advert (in word format along with your organisation's logo) to jobs@instituteoflicensing.org.
Adverts will normally appear on the IoL website within 48 hours of receipt.
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01749 987 333
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